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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
1/2 in. (13 mm)
®
Spade Handle Drill
R7120
Single Speed/Reversible
Double Insulated
This new drill has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for dependability, ease of operation and operator
safety. When properly cared for, the drill will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using this product.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS ■ Introduction ...................................................................................................................................................................... 2 ■ General Safety Rules ................................................................................................................................................... 3-4 ■ Specific Safety Rules ...................................................................................................
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES ■ Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is off be- WARNING: fore plugging in. Carrying tools with your finger on the Read and understand all instructions. Failure to switch or plugging in tools that have the switch on, invites follow all instructions listed below, may result in elec- accidents. tric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury. ■ Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the tool on. A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES ■ When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement SERVICE parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance section ■ Tool service must be performed only by qualified re- of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to pair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by follow Maintenance Instructions may create a risk of elec- unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury. tric shock or injury. SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES ■ Make sure your extension cord is in g
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SYMBOLS Important: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer. SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION VVolts Voltage A Amperes Current Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second) WWatt Power min Minutes Time Alternating Current Type of current n No Load Speed Rotational speed, at no load 0 Class II Construction Double-insulated construction .../min Per Minute
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ELECTRICAL DOUBLE INSULATION EXTENSION CORDS Double insulation is a concept in safety in electric power tools, When using a power tool at a considerable distance from a which eliminates the need for the usual three-wire grounded power source, be sure to use an extension cord that has the power cord. All exposed metal parts are isolated from the capacity to handle the current the tool will draw. An under- internal metal motor components with protecting insulation. sized cord will cause a drop in
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FEATURES SPECIFICATIONS Chuck ................................................................................................................................................... 1/2 in. (13mm), Keyed Switch............................................................................................................................................... Single Speed/Reversible No Load Speed ................................................................................................................
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FEATURES AUXILIARY HANDLE SPADE HANDLE CHUCK SWITCH TRIGGER / FORWARD-REVERSE LEVER LIGHTED LOCK-ON PLUG BUTTON Fig. 1 UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: When unpacking the drill: If any parts are missing do not operate the tool until ■ Carefully remove the tool and accessories from the box. the missing parts are replaced. Failure to do so could result in possible serious personal injury. ■ Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are in- cluded. ■ Inspect the tool carefully to make sure
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R F ASSEMBLY WARNING: The tool should never be connected to a power supply when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, cleaning, performing maintenance, or when the tool is not in use. Disconnecting the tool will prevent accidental starting that could cause serious injury. INSTALLING AUXILIARY HANDLE See Figure 2. An auxiliary handle is packed with the drill for ease of opera- tion and to help prevent loss of control. The auxiliary handle may be installed at three different positions on t
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R R F ASSEMBLY TO INSTALL BITS See Figure 4. Unplug the drill. Insert the chuck key and twist counterclockwise as shown in figure 4. Insert the drill bit into the chuck the full length of the jaws. WARNING: Do not insert drill bit into chuck jaws and tighten as shown in figure 5. This could cause the drill bit to be thrown from the drill resulting in possible serious personal injury or damage to the chuck. Tighten the chuck jaws securely on the drill bit, using the chuck key provided. Do
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OPERATION WARNING: Exercise caution when using this tool. Careless ac- tions, for even a fraction of a second, can result in serious personal injury. APPLICATIONS You may use the spade handle drill for the purposes listed below: ■ Drilling in wood ■ Drilling in both hard and soft metals ■ Using driving accessories, such as driving screws with REVERSE screwdriver bits FORWARD ■ Mixing paints and drywall compounds WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with Fig. 6 side shields when
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R OPERATION DRILLING See Figures 8 and 9. Attach auxiliary handle (except for very light duty jobs) Depress and release the switch trigger to be sure the drill is in the OFF position before connecting it to power sup- ply. Secure the material to be drilled in a vise or with clamps to keep it from turning as the drill bit rotates. Plug the drill into power supply source. Hold the drill firmly and place the bit at the point to be drilled. Depress the switch trigger to start the drill.
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MAINTENANCE WARNING: This tool should never be connected to a power supply when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, cleaning, performing maintenance, or when the tool is not in use. Disconnecting the tool will prevent accidental starting that could cause serious injury. CHUCK REMOVAL See Figure 10, 11, and 12. The chuck must be removed in order to use some accesso- ries. To remove: Unplug the drill. Open chuck jaws using the provided chuck key. Fig. 10 Insert a 3/8 inch (10 mm) o
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R F MAINTENANCE WARNING: This tool should never be connected to a power supply when you are assembling parts, making ad- justments, cleaning, performing maintenance, or when the tool is not in use. Disconnecting the tool will prevent accidental starting that could cause serious injury. BRUSH REPLACEMENT See Figure 13. The drill has externally accessible brush assemblies that should be periodically checked for wear. Follow these steps to replace the brushes: Unplug the drill. Remove the brus
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MAINTENANCE WARNING: WARNING: ® When servicing use only identical RIDGID replace- Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with ment parts. Use of any other parts may create a side shields when operating this tool. Failure to do hazard or cause product damage. so could result in dust, shavings, or loose particles being thrown into your eyes, resulting in possible serious injury. GENERAL Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plas- tics are susceptible to damage from various t
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WARRANTY ® RIDGID HAND HELD AND STATIONARY POWER TOOL LIMITED THREE YEAR WARRANTY AND 90-DAY SATISFACTION GUARANTEE POLICY This product is manufactured under license from Ridgid, Inc. WHAT IS NOT COVERED by One World Technologies, Inc. All warranty communications This warranty applies only to the original purchaser at retail should be directed to One World Technologies, Inc. at (toll- and may not be transferred. This warranty only covers free) 1-866-539-1710. defects arising under normal usage a
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OPERATOR’S MANUAL R7120 ® Single Speed/Reversible Double Insulated Customer Service Information: For parts or service, contact your nearest RIDGID authorized service center. Be sure to provide all relevant information when you call or visit. For the location of the authorized service center nearest you, please call 1-866-539-1710 or visit us online at www.ridgidwoodworking.com. The model number of this tool is found on a plate attached to the motor housing. Please record the serial number in the
